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What is the primary mechanism of action of antacids when they enter the stomach?
What is the primary mechanism of action of antacids when they enter the stomach?
Which statement accurately describes histamine-2 receptor antagonists?
Which statement accurately describes histamine-2 receptor antagonists?
What effect do proton-pump inhibitors have on gastric acid secretion?
What effect do proton-pump inhibitors have on gastric acid secretion?
What role do muscarinic receptor antagonists play in acid secretion?
What role do muscarinic receptor antagonists play in acid secretion?
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What is the expected common side effect of using prostaglandin derivatives?
What is the expected common side effect of using prostaglandin derivatives?
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Which of the following is a key characteristic of antacids?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of antacids?
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In what way does sucralfate protect the stomach mucosa?
In what way does sucralfate protect the stomach mucosa?
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What is a limitation of using muscarinic receptor antagonists for acid suppression?
What is a limitation of using muscarinic receptor antagonists for acid suppression?
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Which of the following is true regarding proton-pump inhibitors?
Which of the following is true regarding proton-pump inhibitors?
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Which of the following is a common side effect experienced by users of histamine-2 receptor antagonists?
Which of the following is a common side effect experienced by users of histamine-2 receptor antagonists?
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What is the primary limitation of misoprostol as a treatment option?
What is the primary limitation of misoprostol as a treatment option?
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What is the significance of dopamine in the context of anti-ulcer drugs?
What is the significance of dopamine in the context of anti-ulcer drugs?
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Proton-pump inhibitors are most effective when administered at what time?
Proton-pump inhibitors are most effective when administered at what time?
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Which anti-ulcer drug class is known for being absorbed into the body?
Which anti-ulcer drug class is known for being absorbed into the body?
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Study Notes
Drugs to Control Acid (Ulcers)
- General MOA (Mechanism of Action): Increases dopamine function in the synaptic cleft, inhibits dopamine breakdown, and administers dopamine agonists to activate dopamine receptors.
Anti-Ulcer Drugs
- Antacids: Basic substances that neutralize stomach acid through a neutralization reaction, producing water and a salt. Absorbed into the body (systemic), or non-systemic (safer).
- Histamine-2 Receptor Antagonists: Block histamine 2 receptors on parietal cells, inhibiting stomach acid secretion. Examples include cimetidine, which inhibits some CYP450, decreasing biotransformation.
- Muscarinic Receptor Antagonists: Block muscarinic receptors on parietal cells, reducing vagus nerve influence on acid secretion. This only stops acid secretion by 40%.
- Proton-pump Inhibitors: Permanently bind to and antagonize the proton pump in the stomach, effectively blocking the final acid secretion step and protecting the stomach. Commonly end in "-prazole".
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Mucosa Protecting Agents:
- Sucralfate: Forms a viscous gel that coats the stomach lining.
- Misoprostol: NSAIDS inhibit the prostaglandins production in the gastric mucosa; reducing mucus and bicarbonate production.
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When to Use:
- Antacids: Over-the-counter medications for minor gastric irritation.
- Histamine-2 Receptor Antagonists & Proton-pump Inhibitors: More effective for suppressing acid secretion.
- Proton-pump Inhibitors: Administered one hour before meals to maximize drug concentration when acid is secreted.
- Mucosa Protecting Agents: Used when other methods don't work.
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Adverse Effects:
- Antacids: Generally safe.
- Histamine-2 Receptor Antagonists & Proton-pump Inhibitors: Potential for diarrhea and headache, especially in some people.
- Mucosa Protecting Agents: Mostly safe, but diarrhea can be a side effect.
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This quiz covers the various classes of anti-ulcer drugs, including their mechanisms of action and the specific drugs within each class. It explores the effectiveness of antacids, histamine-2 receptor antagonists, muscarinic receptor antagonists, and proton-pump inhibitors in controlling stomach acid. Test your knowledge on how these medications work to prevent and treat ulcers.
